Course Description
Completion of this program will prepare you to become a Dental Assistant in the State of Utah. A Dental Assistant performs the basic duties and responsibilities of administrative & chair-side dental assisting. They prepare restorative and specialty materials in a laboratory setting utilizing various techniques and specialty equipment. Dental Assistants practice office management skills, as well as collect and dispose of contaminated supplies. They prepare and sterilize instrumentation and other dental equipment, as well as practice infection control, prepare patients for care, answer phones, and prepare and process third party billing.
Certificate
Completion of this course certifies proficient dental assisting skills based on a score of 80% or higher on competency exams. A Certificate of Skill Competency is available upon request.
This course fulfills requirements for the following Programs:
Competencies (skills you will learn)
- Basic dental terminology
- Basic dental instrumentation skills
- General patient assistance skills
- General health care workplace skills
Course Structure
This is a competency-based course offered in defined format.
Course Length
The estimated length of this course is 225 hours.
Actual course length will depend upon your schedule and your ability to master the subject material.
Specific Course Admission Requirements
Students must
be a Jr. or Sr. High School student or an adult to enroll in this course.
Required Texts
Essentials of Dental Assisting
Publisher: Elsevier
Check the Bookstore for current textbook prices.
Course Location and Schedule
Tooele Partner Location: Contact Student Services
Tuition and Fees
Tuition is based on the number of enrolled classroom hours. High school students are exempt from tuition, but are responsible for course and program fees and the cost of textbooks. Please see the SLTATC Monthly Tuition and Fee Schedule or contact Student Services for current tuition and fee information.
This course does not have an individual course fee, but please see the information sheet for your desired program for estimated total program tuition and fee costs.
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